Emulsifier Free Coconut Aminos Garlic Shrimp
Garlicky, glossy, and ready in minutes, this shrimp dish delivers serious restaurant energy with a surprisingly clean ingredient list. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce here, bringing a mellow, slightly sweet umami depth without any of the additives or emulsifiers that sneak into conventional condiments and sauces. That swap matters more than it might seem — many bottled sauces and marinades rely on stabilizers and emulsifying agents to achieve their texture, so cooking from scratch with whole ingredients like this is the most reliable way to stay clear of them entirely. The shrimp get a quick sear in coconut oil with turmeric and sea salt before hitting a pan sauce built from minced garlic, fresh ginger, coconut aminos, and lemon juice — nothing processed, nothing hidden. Everything reduces down into a sticky, fragrant glaze that clings beautifully to each shrimp. A scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end keeps it bright and lively. Serve it straight from the skillet over rice, cauliflower rice, or alongside whatever you have on hand — it disappears fast.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels, then toss in a bowl with the salt and turmeric until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil moves freely across the pan.
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